Quinoa is a naturally gluten-free food, that is considered a complete protein. Because of these factors, it is increasingly growing as a staple menu item for people with digestive sensitivities, those living a plant-based lifestyle, and those looking to grow their pantry nutrition.

Quinoa’s versatility makes it easy to incorporate into soups, salads, baked goods, and more.

Here is a simple recipe for quinoa chili.

Slow Cooked Quinoa Chili

(Makes 8 servings)

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup uncooked quinoa
• 15 ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 14 ounces diced tomatoes, canned with juice
• 1/2 yellow onion chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 Tbsp chili powder
• 1 Tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp pink Himalayan sea salt
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 4 cups vegetable broth

Directions

Add all the ingredients to your slow cooker, stir and cook on low for 4-5 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.

Tip: This recipe makes 8 servings. Take half of the finished recipe and store in four individual freezer containers. This will make the perfect lunch or dinner in a pinch.

Beast Mode Quinoa Chili by @Davesherotski